Ep #71: Why You Should Test Your Iron Levels in Menopause with Dr. Christy Sutton

Andrea Donsky interviews Dr. Christy Sutton, DC, to discuss the importance of iron levels to long-term health outcomes, especially in perimenopause and menopause. 1:30 Introduction and how Dr. Sutton became interested in iron6:28 How common is hemochromatosis?7:39 How do we diagnose hemochromatosis?11:45 Dr. Sutton breaks down for us what lab tests we should have done17:23 What are the symptoms we should be looking for?21:16 How women might not experience the symptoms until after they are in menopause and stopped having monthly bleeds.27:25 Optimal range discussions31:17 What to ask your doctor for and how to get treatment34:39 What are ways we can reduce our iron levels? And how they can help heal your liver, as well.51:27 Stay tuned for part 2 on methylationLinks mentioned during the interview:Ironcurse.comBook: The Iron Curse coming out Sept 28, 2023Genetic Testing: Defining Your Path to a Personalized Health Plan by Dr. Christy Sutton Dr. Thomas Perls Interview on YouTube and Podcast https://thednacompany.com/morphusGeneticDetoxification.comChristy's information Instagram @drchristysuttondrchristysutton.comSend us Fan Mail ======Morphus: Menopause Reimagined💊 Shop Morphus Supplements: https://wearemorphus.com/collections/all📖 Order "Nourishing Menopause: Powerful Nutrition & Lifestyle Strategies to Feel Your Best." (Simon & Schuster, May 5, 2026)Amazon Canada: https://amzn.to/4xaREJK Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4rFj7jk 📰 As seen in USA Today: https://bit.ly/43nrMwO  ✅ Fill out our surveys: https://bit.ly/4jcVuLh🦋 SUBSCRIBE to our list: https://bit.ly/3VdDA0VFOLLOW US: TikTok @andreadonsky & @wearemorphusInstagram: @wearemorphus | @andreadonskyFacebook: /wearemorphusDISCLAIMER: This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider. This podcast contains affiliate links; Morphus may earn a commission. Thank you for your support.